Buzzfeed cites sources close to the show who claim that Laura is going to be in four episodes of the 13-episode second season. This is wonderful news for those shipping Alex and Piper (Taylor Schilling). While the two might not get a full-fledged love connection in Season 2, we suspect that the two ladies will at least share some screentime.

Laura’s currently negotiating her Season 3 status, which will hopefully lead to her becoming a series regular again. When she came onto the project at the beginning, she didn’t have a contract beyond the premiere season. With a desire to direct her first movie, she decided that committing full-time in Season 2 wasn’t the best idea, which is why we’re freaking out about her future on the show.

With the wild success that the Netflix series has found — and the warm welcome Laura’s performance received — it’s no surprise that the seasoned actress wants to don that orange jumpsuit and pitch-black hair once more.

All we want is our favorite mostly all-female cast to keep this show going for years and years. In fact, we’ll take a life sentence, please!

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